Cypriot visa for Italian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Italian passport holders visiting Cyprus for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Italian citizens to enter Cyprus for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Cyprus e-visa for Italian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Cyprus visa on arrival for Italian citizens | Not Available | |
Cyprus tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Italian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Cyprus.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Cyprus.
If you are looking for Cyprus visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Italy, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Cyprus nearest your place of residence.
- Rome: The Embassy of Cyprus in Rome, Italy (Working hours: Close now)
- Palermo: The Honorary Consulate of Cyprus in Palermo, Italy (Working hours: Close now)
Cyprus visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Cyprus diplomatic mission offices to Italy for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Italy traveling to Cyprus from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Italy) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 53,850 | N/A |
| 2009 | 47,958 | -10.94% |
| 2010 | 48,675 | 1.50% |
| 2011 | 53,581 | 10.08% |
| 2012 | 55,216 | 3.05% |
| 2013 | 53,872 | -2.43% |
| 2014 | 54,678 | 1.50% |
| 2015 | 59,562 | 8.93% |
| 2016 | 71,389 | 19.86% |
| 2017 | 81,805 | 14.59% |
| 2018 | 88,234 | 7.86% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Cyprus & Italy comparison
Cyprus's area is approximately 9,240 km2 (3,567 sq mi), while the area of Italy is approximately 294,140 km2 (113,568 sq mi). This means Italy is 31.83 times bigger than Cyprus.
As of October 2025, Cyprus's population is ~1.3 million people - 58,756,935 fewer people than the population of Italy.
We have highlighted Cyprus & Italy’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Cyprus | Italy | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,251,427 | 60,008,362 | 58.8 million fewer people live in Cyprus than Italy |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 8 | 209 | Cyprus has 201 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Italy. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 136 | 146 | Cyprus passport holders visit 10 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 94 | 549 | Cypriot hosts 455 fewer foreign missions than Italy. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Italy travel to Cyprus in one year?
The number of visitors from Italy visiting Cyprus in 2018 was approximately 88,234.
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Useful Information
- Nicosia to Rome: 2200.30 km (1367.20 mi)
- Travel time: 4 hours 35 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025